Product Description

ProductMenthol Crystals
CAS89-78-1
FormulaCH3C6H9(C3H7)OH
SynonymCyclohexanol, 2-isopropyl-5-methyl, Cyclohexanol, 5-methyl-2-(1-methylethyl)-, (1R,2S,5R)-rel-, 3-p-Menthanol, (1R, 2S,5R)-rel-5-methyl-2-(1-methylethyl)-cyclohexan ol, [1alpha,2beta,5alpha]-5-Methyl-2-isopropylcyc lohexanol, Hexahydrothymol, menthol racemic

Typical Product Specifications

OdorIt displays a cool refreshing sweet and slightly p
Dropping Point212°C
SensoricColorless Crystals
Vapor Pressure0.02 mm/Hg at 20 °C
Non-Volatile MatterMax 0.05 %
Vapor Density5.38
Specific Gravity (20°C/4°C)0.8900 at 25 °C
Specific Rotation-40 to -51 °C
Water MiscibilitySlightly
Melting Point42 - 44 °C
Solubility (grams/100 gramg water) at 0°CSoluble in Ethanol and in Ether.Very slightly so
NotesSTORAGE: To be stored in cool, dry conditions. Do not store in direct sunlight, as Menthol can melt at 20° C. DO NOT STORE WITH FOOD AND/OR CHEMICALS AS STRONG ODOR CAN INTERFERE WITH PRODUCT. THIS IS A NON-HAZARDOUS PRODUCT PACKING: 25 kg net cardboard/ fiber drums

Use: PERFUMING

ClassFlavor and Fragrance Chemical Compounds
FunctionIntermediates
IndustryFood Chemicals, Cosmetic, Pharmaceutical, Flavor
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